
In situations where the console can not locate your SSID, you may still be able to connect to the network if you manually enter the network's SSID and wireless password into the Nintendo Switch console's settings.ĭid this resolve your issue? Issue resolved Issue persistsHere are some things you can try in order to manually get the WiFi login page to display:
Manually create an Internet connection on the Nintendo Switch console. If you have any of these, such as filing cabinets, speakers, power strips, glass, or cordless phones, next to your system or wireless router, move them away. Metal objects and electronic devices may interfere with wireless signals. Move any metal objects or electronic devices away from your Nintendo Switch console and wireless router. If the broadcast option is disabled, you can either enable this option on the wireless router, or manually set up an Internet connection. Most wireless networking devices have the option to not broadcast their SSID, making them invisible to devices searching for near-by networks. Review the settings of the wireless router, and ensure the SSID (network name) broadcast option is enabled. Restarting your network devices may resolve this issue if it is related to the devices being unresponsive. It may be helpful to remove the Nintendo Switch console from the Nintendo Switch dock while troubleshooting, and then return the console when troubleshooting is complete.
If possible, place the Nintendo Switch within 10 to 15 feet of the wireless router to improve the signal strength during troubleshooting.
Move the Nintendo Switch console closer to the wireless router. Important: If you change the security settings of your wireless router, than you may also be required to update the security settings for the wireless devices that connect to your router.